Sherwood Nordic Walking

National Trust Clumber Park
2024-11-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-11-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-11-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-05 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-19 10:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Clumber Park NT, Worksop, S80 3AZ
As the official group of Clumber Park we know the 3,800 acres very well. So come along for this nordic adventure walk and enjoy a varied nordic walk of 5-6 miles. No two weeks are the same!
The sessions at Clumber Park are moderate to fast paced, and the group is well managed to suit. These sessions are not suitable for slower paced members.
We will meet at the main visitor’s carpark, near the bicycle hire hub. National Trust members enter for free, non-members entry fees are £5 per adult.
Distance: 5-6 miles

LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy Hall
07891932782

Teversal to Hardwick with Elaine
2024-11-09 09:30 - 13:00 | Teversal Visitor Centre, Carnarvon Street, Teversal, NG17 3HJ
Approximately 7 miles, starting with flat easy former railway lines, then into more wooded areas with multiple flights of steep and uneven steps to Hardwick Hall.

If you are a National Trust member, please bring your card so that it can be scanned when we go to the Cafe at Hardwick Hall. No need to pay.

Refreshments at the cafe then through parkland and back to former railway lines to return to Teversal.
Parking is free, and is off Carnarvon Road. NG17 3HJ.
Distance: 7 miles
Pace: Moderate
Spaces are limited on the Walk Leader nordic walks due to Walk Leader insurance and group management. With this in mind please note the cancellation policy and please give as much notice as you can if you need to cancel so that your slot can be opened up to someone else. Equally if the walk is ‘out of stock’, but you’d like to attend, please get in touch as we may be able to fit you in.
LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy or Elaine. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy and Elaine
07891932782 and 07827652795

LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy Hall
07891932782

Idle Valley Nature Reserve
2024-11-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Idle Valley Nature Reserve, North Road, Retford, DN22 8RQ
Kick start your week with a feel good moderate pace across the Idle Valley Nature Reserve with the Sherwood Nordic walkers. This session is suitable for newly trained members and current members alike. Elaine will lead most of these sessions and will aim to keep the sessions varied and fresh.
At this time of year Idle Valley Nature Reserve can get very muddy so please ensure you have suitable footwear plus a change of footwear for after the walk.
Distance: 4.5 miles max
Pace: Moderate
LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy or Elaine. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy and Elaine
07891932782 and 07827652795

RSPB Sherwood Forest
2024-11-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-11-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-11-26 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-01-07 10:00 - 12:00 | RSPB Sherwood Forest, https://www.visitsherwood.co.uk/plan-your-visit/, Edwinstowe, NG21 9QB
Let’s enjoy a fabulous nordic walk in the RSPB’s Sherwood Forest. During this session we will appreciate our beautiful surroundings, breathe in the pure air and immerse ourselves in nature. We will still be nordic walking at a fair pace but your Instructor will endeavour to keep the pace manageable whilst still getting a work out.

Meeting at the RSPB visitor centre we will explore the ancient and wonderful Sherwood Forest, home to 1,000 ancient oak trees, including the Major Oak.

To join this session you will have already completed nordic walking training. If you haven’t please get in touch, or have a look at the training session dates at Thoresby Park.
Pace: Steady – Moderate

Parking at the RSPB visitor carpark is across the road and is free for RSPB members (just place your membership card on. your dashboard). Otherwise it is £5.
There are free carparks available in the village of Edwinstowe.

10% from each ticket sold will be donated to the RSPB, a registered charity in England and Wales, number 207076, and in Scotland, number SC037654

LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy Hall
07891932782

Relaxed Adventure from Langold Country Park
2024-11-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Langold Country Park Cafe Carpark, Langold Country Park, Langold, S81 9QW, United Kingdom
Welcome to this relaxed-paced nordic adventure with Tricia and Liz.

Tricia will warm you all up before taking you on a steady 3.5 – 4.5 mile nordic walk around from Langold Country Park, towards Firbeck or Letwell and into Dyscar Woods or maybe over to Hodsock. The choice is dependent on ground conditions.

There is a free carpark at the entrance that is off the A60 and signposted with a CAFE sign, if we decide to meet at the larger carpark we will let you know.

Distance: 3.5 – 4.5 miles
Pace: Slow-Steady
LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy, Liz or Tricia before cancelling. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy, Liz and Tricia
07891932782, 07989616423 and 07879344930

Relaxed Adventure to Whitwell Woods
2024-11-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Whitwell Woods, Clinthill Lane, Worksop, S80 3EE
Whitwell woods today! Go on, you know you want to! The tall trees and wide paths are perfect for nordic walking.

We will meet in the large lay-by on the Worksop to Chesterfield road (A619). We will venture into the woods and meander along the lovely wide paths, listening out for the wildlife and seeing what we can spot.

After the walk, refreshments are available at the Arrow Farm cafe or Darfoulds garden centre.

Distance: 4 miles

Pace: Relaxed

LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy Hall
07891932782

Beginner's Nordic Walking Training 1/2
2024-11-20 09:30 - 11:00 | Thoresby Park, The Courtyard, Thoresby Park, Newark, NG22 9EP, United Kingdom
Would you like to learn how to nordic walk? This 2-part course will teach you all you need to know to enjoy the International Nordic Walking (INWA) technique.
Session 1 introduces you to the nordic walking poles and their features before moving on to learn the few basic steps of the INWA 10-step technique. We will cover posture, pole position, arm swing and forward propulsion.
Session 2 will take place on Wednesday 27th November, You do not need to book this session separately. The payment for Session 1 is for all two sessions.
Poles are available to use free of charge.
You will need to complete a PAR-Q health questionnaire prior to taking part. I will send this to you a few days before the course – please check your junk email boxes.

LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy Hall
07891932782

Relaxed adventure at Idle Valley Nature Reserve
2024-11-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Idle Valley Nature Reserve, North Road, Retford, DN22 8RQ
Welcome to the Wednesday Walk Leader Adventure with Tricia and Liz.

Tricia will warm you all up before taking you on a steady 3.5 – 4.5 mile nordic walk around the spectacular Idle Valley Nature Reserve.

Starting and ending at the main carpark which is currently donation payment.

Distance: 3.5 – 4.5 miles
Pace: Slow-Steady
LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy Hall
07891932782

*9.30am*National Trust Clumber Park
2024-11-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Clumber Park NT, Worksop, S80 3AZ
Due to issues with the field parking please arrive early for a 9.30am start. Parking is at the original hard standing carpark.
As the official group of Clumber Park we know the 3,800 acres very well. So come along for this nordic adventure walk and enjoy a varied nordic walk of 5-6 miles. No two weeks are the same!
The sessions at Clumber Park are moderate to fast paced, and the group is well managed to suit. These sessions are not suitable for slower paced members.
We will meet at the main visitor’s carpark, near the bicycle hire hub. National Trust members enter for free, non-members entry fees are £5 per adult.
Distance: 5-6 miles

LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy Hall
07891932782

Fitness adventure at Sherwood Pines
2024-11-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Sherwood Pines, Edwinstowe, Mansfield,, NG21 9JL, United Kingdom
We are very fortunate to have Sherwood Pines as one of our Monday venues. As the largest forest open to the public in the East Midlands there are over 3,300 acres to discover. It’s a centre for a wide variety of outdoor activities from a relaxed stroll to Go Ape Tree Top Adventure and much, much more.
Join Sherwood Nordic Walking as we guide you along the Ranger’s Path and other fabulous routes around the forest. The terrain is mostly firm with a slight gradient in places.
A parking code on the day will give you half price parking. Car sharing can also be arranged from South Forest Leisure Complex What3Words busy/household/form.
Distance: 4.5 miles
Pace: Moderate

LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy Hall
07891932782

Beginner's Nordic Walking Training 2/2
2024-11-27 09:30 - 11:00 | Thoresby Park, The Courtyard, Thoresby Park, Newark, NG22 9EP, United Kingdom
Following on from the Beginner’s Training Session Part 1 we begin with a recap of the basic INWA technique steps. We will move onto the hill technique and foot dynamics before progressing onto cover up to step 6 of 10.
You can only take part in Session 2 if you have completed the Beginner’s Nordic Walking Training Part 1, or already have experience of nordic walking.
Poles are available to use free of charge.

LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy Hall
07891932782

Relaxed Adventure in Everton
2024-11-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Bean Scene, Gainsborough Road, Everton, DN10 5BW
Welcome to Wednesday Walk Leader Adventures with Tricia and Liz.

Your Walk Leaders will warm you all up before taking you on a steady 3.5 – 4.5 mile Adventure beginning in the village of Everton.

This delightful route takes us along open countryside, along the river Idle and through woodland. Beginning and ending at The Bean Scene there is ample parking! We can stop for a hot drink and snacks/lunch at the end.

Sometimes the start point may be The Yurt or near the Church in Everton, so we will update you if this is the case.

3.5 – 4.5 miles
Pace: Slow-Steady

249ft ascent (max)

LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy, Liz or Tricia before cancelling. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy, Liz and Tricia
07891932782, 07989616423 and 07879344930

Pre-meal adventure along the canal
2024-12-04 10:00 - 12:00 | The Boat Inn, 97 Main Street, Hayton, DN22 9LF
Let’s build up an appetite with a nordic walk along the canal to Clayworth and back.
Distance: 4 miles
Pace: Suitable for all
Notes: Steep steps to get up and over the canal bridge. Single file path in places.
LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy Hall
07891932782

Festive Lunch
2024-12-04 12:30 - 14:30 | The Boat Inn, 97 Main Street, Hayton, DN22 9LF
We are bookend in to The Boat Inn, Hayton for a fabulous festive lunch!
Orders are being taken now!

Fitness adventure at Anston Stones Woods
2024-12-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Anston Parish Hall, Anston Parish Hall, North Anston, S25 4DL.
Another challenging moderate-paced adventure with steep inclines and varied terrain.
We start this walk at Anston Parish Hall in the village of Anston.
Anston Stones wood supports a variety of habitats, including woodland, the majority of which is also designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), calcareous grassland, scrub and wetland. The woodland is the second best example of limestone woodland in South Yorkshire.
The limestone grassland within the woods are also of botanical importance. There is also a Geological Trail with good examples of limestone gorges, supporting a variety of rare plants and animals.
Dead Man’s cave is reached via the walkway to the gorge, this cave excavated in the 1960’s revealed ancient flint tools from the ice age and animal bones from animals such reindeer and hyena.
This walk can be very muddy so be prepared with spare shoes and gaiters if you have them!
If anyone who would like lunch after the walk please let me know and a table can be reserved at The Green Bean Coffee Shop and Bistro just up the road.
Distance: 4-5 miles
Pace: Moderate
Ascent
Lowest 233ft Highest 348ft
Total ascent 370ft
Note
There are some steep steps.

LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy
07891932782

Saturday adventure in Everton with Elaine
2024-12-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Bean Scene, Gainsborough Road, Everton, DN10 5BW
Today’s Saturday Adventure with Elaine begins at The Bean Scene in Everton.

You will make your way through the village and along quiet tracks and paths until we reach Harwell and the gateway to the Barrow Hills. This is a varied route with some gradient and uneven terrain to challenge balance and stamina.

At this time of year the route will have muddy sections.

Ascent: 230ft

Distance: 4.3 miles
LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy Hall
07891932782

*9.30am* RSPB Sherwood Forest
2024-12-17 10:00 - 12:00 | RSPB Sherwood Forest, https://www.visitsherwood.co.uk/plan-your-visit/, Edwinstowe, NG21 9QB
Active 4 Life would like to join us at the start of the walk for a demo and to take some photos and videos. This is to promote their January 2025 campaign RED, which is to encourage people to be active for better mental health. If you don’t want to be part of this, please let me know.
Let’s enjoy a fabulous nordic walk in the RSPB’s Sherwood Forest. During this session we will appreciate our beautiful surroundings, breathe in the pure air and immerse ourselves in nature. We will still be nordic walking at a fair pace but your Instructor will endeavour to keep the pace manageable whilst still getting a work out.

Meeting at the RSPB visitor centre we will explore the ancient and wonderful Sherwood Forest, home to 1,000 ancient oak trees, including the Major Oak.

To join this session you will have already completed nordic walking training. If you haven’t please get in touch, or have a look at the training session dates at Thoresby Park.
Pace: Steady – Moderate

Parking at the RSPB visitor carpark is across the road and is free for RSPB members (just place your membership card on. your dashboard). Otherwise it is £5.
There are free carparks available in the village of Edwinstowe.

10% from each ticket sold will be donated to the RSPB, a registered charity in England and Wales, number 207076, and in Scotland, number SC037654

LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy Hall
07891932782

Idle Valley Nature Reserve
2025-01-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Idle Valley Nature Reserve, North Road, Retford, DN22 8RQ
Kick start your week with a feel good adventure across the Idle Valley Nature Reserve with the Sherwood Nordic walkers. This session is suitable for newly trained members and current members alike. Elaine will lead most of these sessions and will aim to keep the sessions varied and fresh.

Distance: 4.5 miles max
Pace: Moderate
LATE CANCELLATION POLICY: Sherwood Nordic Walking has a late cancellation policy whereby we require 24 hours’ notice for cancelling a walk booking. No refunds can be issued however it may be possible to use the credit one time on a future session. This will be dependent on the cancelling client making contact with Tracy or Elaine. Refunds will only be issued if the session has been cancelled by the Instructor or Walk Leader.
Thank you,
Tracy and Elaine
07891932782 and 07827652795
